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Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum for mature skin

High

  • HighNormal Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • ExcellentSafety

A great choice for mature skin; a few serums fit it even better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with mature skin: fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.

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Lovi Assistant explains

  • Offers excellent brightening and evening of skin tone for your normal skin, as ascorbic acid and ferulic acid promote collagen production and antioxidant protection. Sodium hyaluronate and amorphophallus konjac root powder further support hydration and skin health.
  • The formula is highly suitable for addressing wrinkles and fine lines, with tocotrienol and chamomile flower extract providing antioxidant benefits and soothing properties.
  • The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing agents like Aloe Barbadensis Leaf and Chamomile Flower Extract.

How to apply

  • Use this serum in your PM routine. Start by applying it 3 times a week, and work up to daily use if your skin likes it.
  • Apply this serum after your toner and before your moisturizer.
  • Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin and let it absorb for a minute.
  • You can apply the serum on dry skin for the best results against fine lines.
  • Always do a patch test before your first use and avoid the sensitive eye area.

People Say

★4.5Overall rating based on 22.7k+ reviews

Based on a very large amount of data, users consistently praise this serum for its ability to brighten dull complexions and fade acne scars without irritating sensitive skin. While the lightweight, hydrating texture is a hit for most, a minority of users find the finish slightly tacky or experience breakouts.

Highlights

  • Brightens and evens Mostly Mentioned
    • “visibly improves sun damaged skin”
    • “brightening dark spots from blemish scars”
    • “skin looks fresh and rested”
  • Gentle on skin Often Mentioned
    • “didn't sting my skin”
    • “no irritation unlike other serums”
    • “gentle for sensitive skin”
  • Lightweight feel Often Mentioned
    • “absorbs quickly”
    • “not greasy like others”
    • “feels light weight”
  • Improves acne Sometimes Noted
    • “works on acne-prone skin”
    • “acne and congestion virtually gone”
    • “smoother, softer skin”
  • Tacky finish Sometimes Noted
    • “leaves a slight tacky feeling”
    • “bit sticky right after”
    • “sticky and didn't fully absorb”
  • Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
    • “gave me horrible cystic acne”
    • “massive breakout of cysts”
    • “caused excess dryness”
  • Lacks potency Rarely Noted
    • “didn't do anything for my skin”
    • “no significant changes”
    • “end result isn't quite as impressive”
  • Scent disliked Rarely Noted
    • “too fragranced”
    • “smell was too strong”
    • “grapefruit extract is a potential allergen”

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Questions and answers

What makes Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum a great fit for mature skin?

Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum is a great fit for mature skin because it brightens and evens skin tone while helping smooth out wrinkles and fine lines. Ascorbic acid, ferulic acid, and vitamin E work together to protect against environmental damage and boost collagen, while sodium hyaluronate and aloe vera keep the skin hydrated and calm.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Experimental Dermatology, 2003

Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for mature skin?

Ascorbic acid, ferulic acid, and vitamin E make this serum a great fit because they help smooth fine lines and protect mature skin from damage. Sodium hyaluronate and konjac root powder also support hydration to keep skin looking firm.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Experimental Dermatology, 2003

What does Ascorbic Acid do for mature skin?

Ascorbic acid helps smooth fine lines, brighten tone, and firm mature skin by boosting collagen. It may also improve overall texture and reduce signs of sun damage over time.

Experimental Dermatology, 2003Archives of Otolaryngology--head & Neck Surgery, 1999

What does Hyaluronic Acid do for mature skin?

Hyaluronic acid helps mature skin by deeply boosting moisture, improving elasticity, and smoothing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Regular use keeps the skin looking plump and soft while supporting overall firmness and hydration.

Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Skin Research and Technology, 2024

Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for mature skin?

This serum goes in the evening routine, after cleansing and before moisturizing, for simplicity and extra safety around sun exposure. Some serums of this type may also be used in the morning or twice a day.

Can I use it with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this serum with retinol, but it is best to apply retinol at night and this vitamin C serum in the morning to prevent irritation. Using them together helps smooth out fine lines and brightens your skin while keeping it calm.

Experimental Dermatology, 2003

How often should I use it?

Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum is used in the evening as part of your routine for mature skin. Antioxidants like vitamin C help protect and rejuvenate photoaged skin over time with a very low risk of irritation.

Facial Plastic Surgery, 2014Experimental Dermatology, 2003

Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for mature skin?

Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum is unlikely to cause breakouts for mature skin, as complaints about clogged pores or breakouts are low and the formula includes soothing aloe leaf. It is a great fit for addressing fine lines and brightening your skin.

Is it fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.

    Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
  • Topical application of 5% vitamin C cream significantly improved global clinical scores, increased skin microrelief density, and induced elastic tissue repair in photoaged skin compared to excipient control in healthy female volunteers.

    Experimental Dermatology, 2003
  • A topical antioxidant solution of 15% L-ascorbic acid, 1% alpha-tocopherol, and 0.5% ferulic acid provides significant photoprotection against solar-simulated UV radiation in human skin compared to its vehicle.

    Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2008
  • Topical application of a tocopherols and tocotrienols formulation significantly reduced photo-induced skin reactions compared to simple vehicle and vitamin A in patients with photosensitivity.

    Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2012
  • Ascorbic acid 2-glucoside gel significantly reduced gingival melanin pigmentation after 4 weeks compared to placebo in 73 subjects with symmetric pigmentation.

    Journal of Periodontology, 2009
  • Topical application of VC-IP cream twice daily for 8 weeks reduces periorbital wrinkles in female subjects compared to a placebo cream.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
  • Topical treatment with 5% vitamin C and 0.1% madecassoside significantly improved clinical scores for wrinkles, suppleness, firmness, roughness, and skin hydration, along with functional and structural remodeling of the elastic fiber network in 20 female volunteers with photoaged skin after 6 months compared to baseline.

    Experimental Dermatology, 2008
  • Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011
  • Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.

    Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022
  • Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.

    BMC Oral Health, 2019
  • Treatment with 14% ferulic acid and 12% l-ascorbic acid significantly reduced pigmentation and erythema while improving hydration and elasticity in 20 women with photoaged skin, with neither acid proving definitively more effective overall though ascorbic acid showed slightly greater skin lightening.

    Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
  • Combining fractional microneedle radiofrequency with a topical antioxidant serum significantly reduced wrinkle severity by 29.9% versus 18.0%, increased elasticity by 12.9% versus 2.3%, and improved aesthetic outcomes in 31 participants compared to radiofrequency and placebo.

    The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2025
  • Pretreatment with a topical antioxidant mixture of vitamin C, ferulic acid, and phloretin attenuated ultraviolet-induced sunburn cell formation, thymine dimer formation, matrix metalloproteinase-9 expression, p53 protein expression, and the suppression of CD1a-expressing Langerhans cells in human skin compared to vehicle control.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2008
  • Glucomannan isolated from Candida utilis suppressed UVB-induced decreases in keratinocyte viability and apoptosis in vitro, and decreased UV-induced skin erythema formation in human volunteers in vivo.

    Carbohydrate Research, 2008
  • A novel Konjac glucomannan/silver nanoparticle composite sponge exhibited good antibacterial activity and effectively accelerated wound healing, promoted fibroblast growth, and accelerated epithelialization in animal models while demonstrating good cytocompatibility with L929 cells.

    Carbohydrate Polymers, 2018
  • Carboxymethyl konjac glucomannan-chitosan composite sponges possessed high swelling ratio, proper water vapor transmission rate, and good biocompatibility, and effectively healed full-layer skin defect wounds in male ICR mice compared to untreated conditions.

    International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2018
  • Topical application of an antioxidant serum containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented particulate matter-induced degradation of extracellular matrix components, inflammation, and oxidative stress in the skin of 15 female volunteers compared to untreated controls.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025
  • Dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate showed non-comedogenic potential with less than a 50% increase in microcomedones in 12 healthy male subjects compared to octyl palmitate.

    Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021
  • Topical application of an antioxidant mix containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented PM and UV-induced skin barrier perturbation, lipid peroxidation, inflammatory markers, MMP9 activation, and Type I collagen loss in 15 healthy females compared to untreated exposed skin.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024

Ingredients

Deionized Water Water, Ascorbic Acid Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Alkyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Sodium Levulinate, Sodium Anisate, Salvia Sclarea, Grapefruit, Sodium Hyaluronate, Amorphophallus Konjac Root Powder, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf, Vitamin E Tocotrienol, Ferulic Acid, Chamomile Flower Extract Recutita Matricaria Flower Extract, Sodium Phytate, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxyethylcellulose

Behind this fit score

Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

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